Best Schools in Castella, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Castle Rock Elementary
Elementary · Castle Rock Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Income
$46,500
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Income
$46,500
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Castella
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Castle Rock Elementary | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $46,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Castella compares
Median household income
$47k
47% of California median
About Schools in Castella, California
Castella, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Castella show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Castella is Castle Rock Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Castella is served by 1 school district: Castle Rock Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 40 students.
Castella's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,500. The poverty rate in the area is 24.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.5 |
Schools in Castella
Castella, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,500
Median Rent
$593/mo
Population
132
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Community Profile
Castella has a median household income of $46,500. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 24.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Castella, California
How many schools are in Castella, California?
Castella has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Castella, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Castella is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Castella, California?
The top-ranked school in Castella on MySchoolScout is Castle Rock Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Castella, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Castella on MySchoolScout is Castle Rock Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Castella, California?
Castella is served by 1 school district: Castle Rock Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Castella, California?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Castella have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Castella, California?
The median household income in Castella is approximately $46,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Castella, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Castella is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Castella, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.